The most vivid first lunar landing to date

I came across this magnificent website, built by an alumnus of the University of Texas at Austin, of the first lunar landing.

The website shows communications between Mission Control and the astronauts of Apollo 11 during the last several minutes before touchdown, as well as after. The transcripts are shown in real time, and they allow the user to understand what’s going on (if you are familiar with the technical jargon, that is!).

The website also features a pictorial representation of the Lunar Lander and its pitch angle, and video of the lunar surface as seen from one of the windows.

It’s the most realistic experience that I’ve found of that historic event!

About me

I'm an astrophysicist with an interest in spaceflight. I believe that humans will colonize the moon, exploit asteroids and walk on Mars no later than this century. This adventure will be accomplished by joint private and government efforts, and will draw on every relevant exploration endeavor carried out throughout history. Join me in the discussion of how we will cross the oceans of space!